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Mobile Malware Uses Deepfakes, Social Engineering to Bypass Biometric Authentication

SecureWorld News

A sophisticated form of mobile malware dubbed "GoldPickaxe" has been uncovered, which collects facial recognition data to produce deepfake videos, enabling hackers to bypass biometric authentication protections on banking apps. Experts warn that biometric authentication alone is not foolproof.

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Encrypting files and emails: A beginner’s guide to securing sensitive information

CyberSecurity Insiders

One of the most effective ways to do this is through encryption. Encryption is the process of converting plain text or data into an unreadable format using an encryption algorithm, which can only be deciphered or decrypted by those who have the decryption key. Why encrypt files and Emails?

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GUEST ESSAY: 7 tips for protecting investor data when it comes to alternative asset trading

The Last Watchdog

Real-time antivirus scanning enhances the security of investor data by providing immediate protection against known and emerging threats. Implement strong data encryption. Data encryption is fundamental for protecting sensitive information in alternative asset trading. Prioritize continuous threat detection.

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Future Focused: Encryption and Visibility Can Co-Exist

Cisco Security

In fact, 63% of threats detected by Cisco Stealthwatch in 2019 were in encrypted traffic. The European Union is concerned enough that it drafted a resolution in November 2020 to ban end-to-end encryption, prompting outcry from privacy advocates. DNS message encryption (control plane) is new.

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Navigating Compliance: Understanding India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

It limits administrators' control over security activities and encryption keys, supporting two-factor authentication. Data at rest must be protected through encryption or tokenization. Protecting Data Everywhere Controlling the security of data is closely related to controlling the keys that enforce effective data encryption.

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NDR unveiled as essential when complying with the Executive Order

Cisco Security

Endpoint detection and response (EDR), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and the need for increased encryption, while implementing a zero-trust approach, were all called out as requirements within the order. It emerged to focus on the increased need for visibility and early threat detection in the highly distributed network.

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IaaS Security: Top 8 Issues & Prevention Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Breaking Authentication Attackers can get unauthorized access to the IaaS environment by exploiting weak authentication systems or weaknesses in the authentication process. This danger emphasizes the significance of having strong authentication mechanisms and upgrading access controls on a regular basis.